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POST OFFICE CLOSING

2009-06-29T01:00:00.000-07:00

Mail is declining and 3200 outlets out of 34,000 will be considered for closing their doors forever. One such Post office in HAWLEYVILLE, CT. is putting up a fight to save their office. I say bravo to them. (click here) I'm wondering if mine will be next? As the United States Postal Service, weighed down by a crippling multibillion-dollar deficit, shrinks its operations, post offices across the country are on the chopping block. Each year, hundreds of postal operations shutter, but this coming fall could be the single biggest consolidation in Postal Service history.

Post Office on Endangered Species List?

2009-06-15T20:41:00.000-07:00

U.S. Postal Service: RIP
Posted Jun 15 2009, 06:05 AM by Douglas McIntyre
The U.S. Postal Service, which has been dying for years due to the advent of the fax, e-mail, and overnight delivery, may finally be close to its last act.

The agency lost nearly $2 billion in its last fiscal year and is faced with the serious consideration of cuts of up to 3,100 offices, potentially eliminating thousand of jobs. Media reports say that first class mail volumes are plunging.

What is killing and will probably eventually finish off the Post Office? In a word: “broadband,” the high-speed Internet system that the current Administration plans to build out in the next two years.

According to MarketWatch, the Postal Service is already looking at stopping Saturday delivery. The next moves will probably cut the number of weekdays the mail is dropped off, particularly outside urban areas where the cost of reaching homes and businesses spread over a wide geography is enormous.

Broadband has taken away the need for sending letters and may large documents. Broadband connections allow users to securely download encrypted files, some of which are the equivalent of thousands of pages of paper. The files can be sent and received in a few seconds compared with days to move them by mail.

Payment systems which wire transfer money have nearly eliminated the role of the check in paying bills. This will only increase as e-banking does.

Even the magazine and newspaper industries which relied on physical delivery systems for decades now use the Amazon (AMZN) Kindle as a way to get the printed word over the Internet and downloaded onto the device. Almost every major print product also has an Internet version. Sending magazines via mail is expensive. Cutting back on that form of delivery would be a blessing.

The modern postal system killed the pony express. The USPS could only last so long before it was itself replaced. That time has finally come.

Top Stocks blogger Douglas A. McIntyre is an editor at 24/7 Wall St.

Yeaaahhhh.... o.k. - Moderator for The Postal People Photo Blog

Captain America, Where Are You?

2009-06-13T14:42:00.000-07:00

It's been a while since I posted on this blog. I was in the ongoing battle of transitioning from the fearless side of being a Mailhandler to crossing over to the darkside of customer services as a level 17 supervisor in southern California. Probably the most traumatic employment I've ever experienced in my life. Unfortunately I'm one of the good guys, and this new age of an undertime environment, I'm in between a rock in a hard place with upper management blasting me, employees adding to the drama, and the customers, who expect to recieve the highest level of customer service within the boundaries of excessing and no budget to make a difference. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) previously announced a loss for the quarter ending December 31, 2008, in an 8K filed on February 9, 2009. USPS discloses that its unaudited January 2009 financial results were an estimated $5.80 billion in revenue and $6.55 billion in expenses, resulting in an estimated net loss of $751 million. This loss compares to a loss of $44 million in January 2008, which resulted from total revenue of $6.58 billion and total expenses of $6.62 billion. Mail volumes declined by over 16% in January 2009 from January 2008. The January results continue to illustrate that the downward pressure on the Postal Service business continues into 2009. Did you get all that? Well, I figured now is the time to start posting again. Where is Captain America when we need him now? I look forward to your photos and comments. uspsblog@gmail.com

Postal Veterans Remembered

2007-05-27T14:05:00.000-07:00

On this day my fellow postal employees take for granted that it's a holiday , a time to relax, a time to party, hang out with our family and friends, a time to enjoy the finer things in life. I hope you also take time to think about those who were called to duty to defend our country and to sacrifice their lives so that we may live ours. I'm totally not a fan of any war and can't understand how one human can be driven to kill another but it's happened, and it's happening today. Not only impacting lives of hudreds and thousands of service men and women, but also impacting their families. This is my tribute to you. Thank you for the brave impacts you have made in your lifetime. You are remembered. You are missed. Hopefully the current troops will be home soon. My heart goes out to you all.

Sincerely,

Da' SYKO MAN
USN AD3 1986-1990

Post Office in Historic California Town

2007-04-24T05:30:00.000-07:00

Poway, California 92064

Postal Rain

2007-04-19T22:34:00.000-07:00

A U.S. Mail truck drives through flooded streets in Freeport, N.Y. A spring storm lashed the East Coast, dumping record amounts of rain. Monday, April 16, 2007

Postal Box Found

2007-04-12T19:51:00.000-07:00

Yours truly found one Newport Beach, California. Too bad it was too hard for me to grab a shot of me and the whole box.

Postal Blessing

2007-04-06T13:00:00.001-07:00

Wishing all my fellow Postal Employees throughout the world, a very Happy and Safe Easter to you and your families.

Postal Rewards

2007-04-05T00:34:00.000-07:00

That's right... do a great job in Southern California and they reward you with a wooden nickel. Each one is good for a free soda and if you accumulate six you can harden your arteries with a greasey fried cheeseburger. I think I'll work even harder for that. Hmmmmmm.

Postal Day Off

2007-04-04T11:31:00.000-07:00

Mailbox Attracts Visitors

2007-04-03T12:42:00.000-07:00

Planetary visitor disappointed by the misrepresentation of droid. I tried to explain to him that employees are often left feeling that way also.

Google Gone Postal?

2007-03-31T22:02:00.000-07:00

Google maybe helping out the Post Office? Introducing Gmail Paper. Everyone loves Gmail. It's Google's free and easy to use email system. I have been using it for quite a while now and love it but not everyone loves email, or the digital era. What ever happened to stamps, filing cabinets, and the mailman? Well dedicated Google members asked for it, and a new feature is available in Gmail. You can request a physical copy of any message with the click of a button, and they will send it to you in the mail. Google will print all messages instantly and prepare them for delivery. Allow 2-4 business days for a parcel to arrive via post. Google takes privacy very seriously. But once your email is physically in your hands, it's as secure as you want to make it. Learn more about Gmail Paper by clicking here. If youd like an invite to start your own Gmail account contact me at uspsblog@gmail.com.
APRIL FOOLS!!!!! Google is bad and so am I. Hope you enjoyed. I fell for it at first.. did you?

Postal Invasion

2007-03-31T09:47:00.000-07:00

15 new Star Wars Stamps unveiled in L.A. at the Chinese Theatre to be available May 25th. The Star Wars fans are destined to surpass the sales of the Elvis stamp. I personally can't get enough of the Wonder Woman stamp but Darth Vader might just take over my collection. The madness has only just begun.

Postal Break

2007-03-30T09:58:00.000-07:00

Oh that aint right. I was actually showing somone a photo from my vacation on my camera phone while on a break on the workroom floor and the Plant Manager had a fit. Reminds me of how other countries were in the past.

Forever Stamp

2007-03-28T05:25:00.000-07:00

New Forever Stamp unveiled at the Postal Forum. The stamp will be good for mailing one-ounce First-Class letters anytime in the future — regardless of price changes. The Forever stamp goes on sale April 12 at 41 cents. Customers can begin using the stamp when postage changes May 14.

Postal Box Revamped

2007-03-28T04:59:00.000-07:00

With the 30th anniversary of Star Wars the Postal Service has transformed the old boxes into R2-D2 robots all over the country. USPSjedimaster.com shows a peak at the promotion that will take effect. Postal Employees all over the nation will appreciate seeing a sign from the Force after having to work for the Darkside for so many years.

Postal Memories

2007-03-28T04:55:00.000-07:00

Another photo of some of the devastation from 9/11 in NYC.

Retro Route

2007-03-27T01:24:00.000-07:00

One of the few remaining ways to deliver the Mail is via bicycle at the St. Petersburg, FL. “Open Air” Station. A few of the benefits…. The bikes are low-visibility, attention-grabbers and quite unique. On the downside, when it rained “cats & dogs” which it does so frequently down there, all you had was a USPS issued umbrella which strapped to the underside of the frame, and if you were lucky some overhead tree branches. This picture was taken by a passing motorist in the late 80’s when I was a carrier there, and some are still in use today and really haven’t changed all that much.

Postal Terror Watch

2006-11-20T13:16:00.000-08:00

FBI agents check the identification of a postal worker seeking to enter the Federal Building in Los Angeles as security measures were tightened coast to coast after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Postal Space

2006-10-13T07:15:00.000-07:00

One thing we never have enough of on the Postal Service is space. Although maybe that's a good thing. Lots of mail = Job Security.

Postal Carrier Pickup

2006-10-02T13:29:00.000-07:00

Just think, all this hard work only cost $13.25 for the carrier to come by and pick this up on a 100 degree day. The other costs were the individual shipping on each box via click n ship. Not bad at all.

Carrier Pickup

2006-10-02T13:26:00.000-07:00

Looks like alot of work to me.

Priority On The Street

2006-10-02T13:23:00.000-07:00

Whats going on here?

USPS Goes Earth Friendly Again

2006-09-27T12:55:00.000-07:00

I have been reading for a few years how the Postal Service will convert their transportation into various ways of ECO-Friendly transport vehicles. This morning on the radio I heard that Southern california will be using Hydrogen powered vehicles while in Boston they are using Hybrid vehicles. Click here for the story.

Another one bites the dust.

2006-09-15T11:53:00.000-07:00

Only YOU can prevent rollovers.

Terror Takes Manhattan

2006-09-12T02:15:00.000-07:00

Image of a destroyed Postal Vehicle at the base of the World Trade Center.

Never Forget

2006-09-11T00:49:00.000-07:00

On September 1th, 2001 at 8:30 a.m I was sitting on an airplane in Tampa, Florida. At 8:45 it started to take off and then lowered it's landing gear and returned us back to the airport. The airport was in panic but as the day went on the world seemed to stand still. The next morning I was able to rent the last available car where I drove non-stop 24 hours to New England. I was able to drive around the Pentagon on 395 very close. I was also one of the first cars allowed to cross the George Washington Memorial Bridge in NYC. I saw it all. I was in shock and never photographed anything except with my own mind. My heart goes out to those who lost their lives, to those who lost loved ones, and to those who lived to tell the story and are suffering to this day. It's a different world we live in now and I pray for better times. Never Forget. The Victims of 9-11-01.

How are you today Mr. Postal Guy??

2006-08-18T12:39:00.000-07:00

Thousands of Postal Employees rallied through the streets of Philadelphia yesterday protesting the Postal Services grand scheme of consolidating plants and forcing employees to work in places far away from their homes. Many employees forsee a privitization plan. They are also complaining about equipment changes and personnel cuts made since operations moved to the new Southwest Philadelphia postal center. They say the new technology is unreliable and workers are complaining about frequent equipment breakdowns. Sunday also marks the first time all four of the largest Postal Union contracts end at the same time.

No Boundaries

2006-08-01T11:21:00.000-07:00

Postal Service Delivers through rain, sleet, snow, and scud missles.

Fellow Employee Down

2006-07-25T02:40:00.000-07:00

Ventnor, NJ Mail Carrier loses a leg when hit by 30 year old driving under the influence. Our prayers go out to the postal employee in this unfortunate incident and I wish her a speedy recovery in hopes that modern sugery will get her walking once again. More on the story here. Click Here forUPDATE

Honor

2006-07-25T02:32:00.000-07:00

Slain Mail Carrier honored with dedication of post office to Clayton Smith in Green Tree, PA.

Edmond, OK Memorial

2006-07-24T12:47:00.000-07:00

On August 20, 1986, 14 employees were shot dead and six wounded at the Edmond, Oklahoma, post office by a postman, Patrick Sherrill, who then committed suicide. This is a memorial to that unfortunate incident.

Superheroes Go Postal

2006-07-21T10:41:00.000-07:00

The new super hero stamps were unveiled at the Comic Convention in San Diego yesterday and will be available nationwide today.Unfortunately I didnt get the memo from the Postal Service or I would have been there for a live photo of the unveiling. So much for my VOE survey.

On Broadway

2006-07-20T12:51:00.000-07:00

The Postal Service is lighting up Times Square in N.Y.C.

Hydroplane

2006-07-18T10:24:00.000-07:00

I hate when that happens. Before the heat wave there was alot of rain that Postal Carriers had to endure.

If Only Mr. Zip were Dr. Zip

2006-07-13T05:58:00.000-07:00

If Mr. Zip could help Postal Employees overcome their flu viruses quicker he'd be more effective.

Honoring a Hero

2006-07-06T04:51:00.000-07:00

PostalWatch.com was a non-partisan not-for-profit organization which was formed to protect individuals and the private sector business community from intrusive and burdensome United States Postal Service actions and regulations. PostalWatch provided this largely underrepresented group with a powerful and unified voice in postal affairs that impacted their businesses and personal lives. It also provided information for Postal employees to be aware of the latest news and happenings and served to be the watch dog to protect the rights of the People. Rick Merritt was responsible for Postalwatch.com and lost in the fight for cancer on Father's Day 2006.

Keeping Our Enemies Closer

2006-07-06T04:39:00.000-07:00

Interesting. I was watching the news and noticed that the Postal Service is happy to have UPS contract the carrying of our mail on their planes. This causes two of our biggest competitors to fight over who will win the overall contract in 2007. Funny how somone was once our biggest competitor is now our best friend. More on the story here.

In the Clear

2006-06-29T11:10:00.000-07:00

Just when I thought the Postal Inspectors were watching me blog, I realized they are watching the competition. I wonder if Fed Ex realizes the Postal Service is spying on them.

Mission Possible

2006-06-27T02:53:00.000-07:00

You never know when the Postal Big Brother is watching.

Proof That Size Doesnt Matter

2006-06-22T04:43:00.000-07:00

Possibly the smallest Post Office in America. Ochopee, Florida.

Dont try to get my Goat.

2006-06-21T12:46:00.000-07:00

I think somone was trying to be funny and say that the Postal Service is slow as a goat. If I send a Priority envelope from San Diego, CA to Hartford,CT it gets there two days later every time for only $4.05 Thats 3500 miles. Thats cheaper and better quality service than those other guys. I hope that gets your goat.

A Tale of Two Cities Part 2

2006-06-20T13:09:00.000-07:00

The ugly side of places that the Postal Service delivers to. Yet we still deliver. Is there no shame in destroying our pride?

A Tale of Two Cities

2006-06-20T13:04:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous places that the Postal Service delivers to throughout the United States.

Sleeping On The Job

2006-06-16T12:35:00.000-07:00

Heres hoping that your weekend turns out better than the driver of this Postal vehicle.

Training Day.

2006-06-15T00:58:00.000-07:00

My friend from Viet Nam wondered what the last photo was all about so I thought I'd post an interesting article for those of you who don't really know much about the history of the U.S. Postal Service. Click here for the article on trains.

Postal Progress

2006-06-14T03:30:00.000-07:00

This is a photo from the Sacramento, California Train Museum. I appreciate the fact that over the years the Postal Service has changed many of the physically demanding jobs into technologically advanced and ergonomically safe working environments. The new flat sorters machines are being installed nationwide and will mostly be manned by Mail Handlers. They have come a long way from sorting the mail inside a train car.

Ambassadors

2006-06-12T11:06:00.000-07:00

Postal Employees Representin' in Austin Texas.

Big Brother is Watching

2006-06-09T01:16:00.000-07:00

I finally found a movie I had never seen. This must come from the same series of training videos for Postal Service management courses. Whoops.. did I say that outloud?

Madness Upon Carrier

2006-06-07T01:28:00.000-07:00

A 42-year-old woman named Alveda Tolliver was in Philadelphia Police custody on 6/6/06. Police say Tolliver approached a mail carrier this morning in the 1500 block of Lardiner Street.She allegedly said "it's your day to die," then stabbed the carrier in the arm. The victim, whose name has not been released, was treated for minor injuries and is home from the hospital tonight.
Tolliver is charged with attempted murder and other offenses. These are dangerous times for our fellow Postal Carriers. You have my undivided respect.

Firefox Required

2006-06-06T12:58:00.000-07:00

Attention all Postal People Photo Blog viewers. It has come to my attention that Internet Explorer is not that great. It has many flaws and I am here to let you in on some great news. On my page there is a Firefox button that you can click on and download it for free. You will thank me later for downloading this . It is used by most IT professionals and highly rated by computer experts. It provides a faster safer means of surfing the internet. You can still keep Internet Explorer on your computer but when you go to sites such as this one, you will be amazed at the difference when surfing with Firefox. Thats my fellow Postal Employee tip of the day. Dont be scared or afraid of change and remember, one thing us Postal Employees like, is getting anything for free. If you have any questions e-mail me at uspsblog@gmail.com and keep sending in those great photos. Thanks and be safe out there.

The Big Apple

2006-06-05T11:09:00.000-07:00

Postal carrier out in the streets of New York City.

Bruised and Battered

2006-06-05T10:58:00.000-07:00

Ouch!! I hope that wasn't from an angry customer. The few angry customers of the Postal Service usually have an agenda already. I wonder if we sold these on EBAY?

Unfortunate Situation

2006-06-02T13:20:00.000-07:00

A fellow Postal employee dies today after possibly being struck by a semi-trailer truck. Click here for the story. We all need to be safe out there. My heart goes out to the family and friends of Antoine Thomas.

Not Very Artistic

2006-06-02T13:16:00.000-07:00

Some people just don't have respect for the Postal Service.

Mailing the Troops

2006-05-31T18:33:00.000-07:00

More troops are being sent to Iraq and some of the brave men and women stationed over seas are fellow Postal Employees. Click here to learn about sending baked goods through the mail and click here learn how to support the troops through Patriot Pen Pals and the USPS also has a page devoted to supporting the troops so click here.

Postal Service Goes Green

2006-05-30T15:11:00.000-07:00

A hybrid solar/fuel cell power plant generates electricity from hydrogen produced internally from natural gas as well as from solar panels on a parking canopy at this Postal facility in San Francisco, California.

Memorial Day 2006

2006-05-26T01:27:00.000-07:00

Instead of a question and answer, it is appropriate this Memorial Day to salute all those who have given their lives in defense of this nation. Without their sacrifices we would not be free to ask questions, to challenge our political leaders and to take an active role in our system of government. To them we owe an unrepayable debt. I am asking all my fellow Postal Employees to honor the fallen men and women who served and lost their lives so that we can live ours. Enjoy your holiday and be safe.

Eagle Express

2006-05-26T01:24:00.000-07:00

Does the Postal Service still use these jets? I think our scores were better before we contracted out to that other company.

The Big Apple

2006-05-26T01:22:00.000-07:00

The Postal Service in New York City.

Another Fire Photo

2006-05-25T02:26:00.000-07:00

I used to be an ambulance chaser as a kid so I am fascinated by these photos of one of our Postal vehicles. Thank you Apple Valley Fire Department.

Happy Postal People

2006-05-24T10:48:00.000-07:00

Taking a break for a weekly safety talk.

Another Happy Mailhandler

2006-05-24T10:43:00.000-07:00

I think this Postal guy is happy because he just completed overtime and now can afford a haircut.

British Postal Store

2006-05-23T11:46:00.000-07:00

Would you be able to tell the difference between a U.S. Post Office and a British one? Wonder if they have delivery confirmation?

Beware of Dog

2006-05-21T01:11:00.000-07:00

Today begins National Dog Bite Prevention week. May 21- May 27, 2006. Until I was detailed as Carrier Supervisor and actually went out on the streets I never realized how many dogs threaten the safety of our fellow Postal Employees. Click here to learn more about dog bite prevention and do your part by passing that information on to your neighbors and friends.

Where theres smoke there is fire.

2006-05-19T02:10:00.000-07:00

I'm sure we will see this on EBAY under Postal Vehicles for sale.

Bad Things Happen To Good People Too.

2006-05-18T10:52:00.000-07:00

Photo courtesy of the Apple Valley Fire Department in California. No one was injured in this incident. The continuous bravery of all emergency personnel for their daily efforts are always appreciated by Postal Employees.

Good things do happen for good people.

2006-05-17T11:14:00.000-07:00

NPMHU Union Stewards from the Nashua L&DC branch Local 301 giving a "brother" mailhandler money collected to help him during his illness.

Margaret L. Sellers

2006-05-16T23:18:00.000-07:00

Seller's 35-year postal career earned a facility to be named after her. The Postal Service salutes her efforts where some employees have scandalous views.

Boxing for Revenue

2006-05-14T22:36:00.000-07:00

Another way I donate to the Post Office revenue. Everytime I open this box a howling wind blows through, followed by a few leaves and some dust.

A Happy Postal Employee

2006-05-14T22:32:00.000-07:00

This proud San Diegan is happy that his production rate is so high.

Postal Mothers

2006-05-14T22:22:00.000-07:00

Pictured is Larry (NPMHU Union Steward dressed as "Mimi") and Mailhandler Deb, Halloween 2005 Nashua L & DC. The one on the right is beautiful and should be a Postal Ambassador.

Mother's Day

2006-05-12T05:20:00.000-07:00

A view from outside of the National Postal Museum in Washington D.C.
In honor of all the Mother's of the United States Postal Service, Happy Mother's Day.

The Giant

2006-05-12T05:03:00.000-07:00

This Mail Handler should have been in the wrestling world but we are certainly happy to have him aboard as a Postal Employee. Big Bob Local 301 in Hartford, CT.

Hey Mon....

2006-05-11T10:18:00.000-07:00

Send your photos to the Postal People Photo Blog and spread the love for the employees of the USPS. Greg and Rohan Local 301 in Hartford, Connecticut sending much peace to fellow employees.

Point Loma Station

2006-05-09T20:11:00.000-07:00

I WANT YOU

2006-05-08T20:19:00.000-07:00

Send in your postal photos!!! Be sure to send photos that do not interfere with the sanctity of the mail, that do not display top secret automated machines, and no naked pictures of your district manager. Outside the facility of fancy mailboxes or facilites are fine also. Photos that display a Happy Postal Nation are highly encouraged. Your face might be displayed here next.
e-mail: uspsblog@gmail.com

Postal Mural

2006-05-06T22:34:00.000-07:00

A small portion of a mural painted in a hallway dedicated to Postal Employees in San Diego, California.

Shroud of History

2006-05-03T23:36:00.000-07:00

The U.S. Postal Service at Penn Station in New York City.

Lady and the Tramp

2006-05-03T01:50:00.000-07:00

Supporting my place of employment by shopping for gifts at the local Postal Store. This photo is in Rancho Bernardo, California but you can find your gifts at shop.usps.com.

Sack Sorter Blues

2006-05-01T20:28:00.000-07:00

High above the workroom floor in San Diego, these Mailhandlers are keying mail on the Sack Sorter, soon to be dismantled and replaced.

Last Piece

2006-04-30T19:22:00.000-07:00

This is the last piece of Priority mail up the induct before the machine is removed for our new APP's machine at the Nashua L & DC.

The Mailhandler

2006-04-29T22:09:00.000-07:00

This Hartford, Connecticut Mailhandler has a great left hook.

0 % Financing

2006-04-27T10:25:00.000-07:00

The new 2006 Toyota Tow Motor. Ride one at your facility today!!!

Done with Mirrors.

2006-04-24T20:05:00.000-07:00

Objects in mirror may actually be working harder than they appear.

Lovers Quarrel

2006-04-22T23:28:00.000-07:00

Better tell this couple to call 1-800-EAP-4YOU .

Fire Drill Tour 2006

2006-04-21T10:59:00.000-07:00

Another successful evacuation plan in San Diego.

Stress Reduction 101

2006-04-19T22:40:00.000-07:00

All Safety Captains should present this method at stand up talks.

Thumb Tax

2006-04-17T00:56:00.000-07:00

April 15, 2006 is Tax Day. A big Thank you to all the men and women of the USPS ensuring your taxes are processed on time. GOD BLESS AMERICA

I was Here First

2006-04-17T00:53:00.000-07:00

Looks like this First Aid Kit could use a little First Aid.

Breaking News

2006-04-17T00:50:00.000-07:00

This Mail Handler in Hartford, CT. will go to great lengths and break a leg in order to expedite the mail process.

The Longest Walk

2006-04-15T11:20:00.000-07:00

Employee Entrance at San Diego's Mary L. Sellers Processing and Distribution Center.

Powder Spill 2002

2006-04-14T02:51:00.000-07:00

Not sure if this is part of protocol but this is a photo of an employee being hosed down in South Carolina in 2002 after a white powder spill was found in their facility. Bio detection systems have been implemented throughout the country to alarm employees if mail is determined hazardous.

SAN DIEGO

2006-04-12T00:46:00.000-07:00

Customer entrance at the Margaret L. Sellers Processing and Distribution Center in SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA.

HAZWOPER MAN

2006-04-12T00:31:00.000-07:00

This Mail Handler was also a team leader of the hazardous spill team on tour 3 in Hartford, CT. Many hazardous spills and suspicious powders occur putting him and his trained team members in danger while protecting the sanctity of the mail and ensuring the safety of fellow employees.

Balboa Island Post Office

2006-04-12T00:24:00.000-07:00

The Balboa Hotel (1905) was located on the site where our Balboa Post Office stands today. Built in only 10 days to be ready for the arrival of the big Pacific Electric Red Cars, this two-story, single wall structure wasn't pretty but it housed thousands of tourists throughout the years. Located on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, California.

Genesis

2006-04-11T23:52:00.000-07:00

This blog will begin with a postcard of a Post Office in Hartford, Connecticut in the era of 1910-1920. This office has since closed and a new one has replaced it a few miles north of this location. The man on the right of the picture is standing in front of what now is a bar called the Federal Cafe and luxury apartments are located upstairs.